Weil-McLain AlumniPEX Radiant Heater - Manual (Page 9)

Above Floor Installation Guide
Part Number 650-000-221/0298 9
D. Obtain Materials
3. AlumiPex Manifolds
•
Available in three sizes (2, 3 and 4 takeoff) in
nickel-plated brass (shown above), with or without
integral balancing valves .
• Copper manifolds (not shown) are also available.
• Refer to AlumiPex Manifold Instructions for part
numbers and procedures.
4. Additional Materials
a. AlumiPex Heat Emission Plates
• These are sized and designed specifically for
use with AlumiPex ½” tubing.
• See Figure 11, Page 16.
• Do not apply tubing in above floor
installations without heat emission plates.
Heat will be uneven and could cause
shrinkage or damage to flooring.
b. Staples
• Use staples sized so as not to penetrate deeper
than the subfloor. Usually, 5/8” staples will
work well.
c. Poly-wrapped insulation (if not already installed in
joist bays below)
e. Manifold Enclosure(s) (Optional)
•
30” x 27” or 30” x 37”.
2. AlumiPex Tube Fittings
•
Refer to AlumiPex Fitting Instructions for part
numbers and procedures.
1. AlumiPex Tubing
•
In rolls and sizes specified on tube layout drawing.
Use only AlumiPex Fittings with AlumiPex
Tubing. Use of any other method can result in
severe personal injury, death or substantial
property damage.
Refer to AlumiPex Fitting Instructions for
selection and application of fittings.